Our Team
Step into the heart of Clay Counseling Solutions, where our team of dedicated professionals stands united because we know we're better together. Meet the compassionate minds driving our mission forward.
Chief Executive Officer
Dr. April Clay, LMFT
The Director, Dr. April Clay, is an education advocate with over 20 years of experience working with students, families and schools.
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Chief Technology Officer
Carl Clay
Carl Clay is our Chief Technology Officer. Carl Clay is an Electrical Power Systems Dispatcher. He is a graduate of Thomas Edison...
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Operations Director
Charlton Jordan
Charlton Jordan is the Operation Manager, leveraging his robust academic background and extensive professional experience. He earned a...
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Clinical Director
Dwayne Robinson, LMFT
Dwayne is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment where individuals can explore their challenges and aspirations. He instills hope and encouragement...
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Clinical Supervisor
Lakesha Thomas
Lakesha is an innovative Clinical Supervisor and seasoned social work educator with over 14 years of experience advancing client care, case management, and clinical supervision across diverse communities.
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Lead Clinical Counselor
Ariel Mendoza, APCC
Ariel's passion for aiding individuals spans across all age groups, encompassing adults, teens, and children. Her extensive experience allows her to effectively assist clients ...
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Lead Clinical Counselor
Marco Lopez, ACSW
Marco chose this career as a mental health therapist due to having the passion as well as empathy for using his life experience to help children, teenagers, and adults navigate their healing journeys.
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Clinical Counselor I
Anthony Justin Zafra, APCC
Anthony focuses on providing evidence based mental health interventions and the commitment to provide a positive impact to other lives...
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Clinical Counselor I
Armin Tchami, AMFT
Armin enjoys collaborating with his clients to define their strengths and work towards establishing personal goals.
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Clinical Counselor I
Destiny Williams, APCC
Destiny Williams is a counselor who believes in the power of human resilience and the
healing potential of a supportive therapeutic relationship.
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Clinical Counselor I
Jackielyn D. Villanueva, ACSW
Jackie is an Associate Clinical Counselor with both Master’s and bachelor’s degree in social work. She brings a strong passion for advocacy, education, and community empowerment ...
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Clinical Counselor I
Dr. Marco Elias-Juarez, AMFT
Dr. Marco holds both a Master’s and a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Loma Linda University Health in California.
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Clinical Counselor I
Martha Gomez, APCC
Driven by a commitment to creating a safe and empathetic environment, Martha collaborates closely with clients to navigate life's challenges...
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Clinical Counselor I
Michelle Tep, ACSW
My name is Michelle Tep, and I am an Associate Clinical Counselor with Clay
Counseling Solutions. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from California State
University, Long Beach.
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Clinical Counselor I
Rayna Walters, AMFT
Rayna Walters is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee currently pursuing dual Master’s degrees in Clinical Counseling (with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy.
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Clinical Counselor I
Taylor Washington, AMFT
I am committed to helping others navigate life’s never-ending questions and challenges. I enjoy making therapy personable with humor, great communication, and a non-judgmental atmosphere.
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Marriage and Family Therapy Trainee
Paige Matsuda Rennacker
Paige works with individuals, couples, and families, creating a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their experiences and navigate life’s challenges.
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Office Administrator
Devin Clay
Devin is an Engineering student at Cal Poly Pomona. He is passionate about helping others and enjoys sharing his knowledge.
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Office Administrator
Davina Valdivia
Davina holds the esteemed position of Office Administrator at Clay Counseling, where she plays a vital role in supporting the organization's operations and mission.
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Automation Systems Engineer
Chris Valdivia
Chris is our Automation Systems Engineer. He is a graduate of Cal Poly Pomona with his bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering.
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